AUS vs ENG 2025 5th Test: The Ashes finale, can England break the jinx or will Australia keep their dominance?

The final match of The Ashes between Australia and England is all set to take place at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground in Australia. The two teams have battled it out here 24 times in the past. The first encounter was way back in 1882, with England taking the win. However, in the next 35 years, England couldn’t manage to win a single Test match here against Australia. It wasn’t until 1921 that they managed to get another victory. Even after that, their wins have been quite limited. Looking at the overall record at this ground, Australia has won 8 times, England 4 times, with the remaining 12 matches ending in a draw. Based on past history, it’s not going to be easy for England to claim a victory here, and the best they can hope for is probably a draw.

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Australia’s The Ashes Key Players to Watch

Pat Cummins (Captain): As the lead fast bowler, Cummins’ performance in key moments will be crucial to the match outcome.
Nathan Lyon (Bowler): As an experienced spinner, Lyon’s role will be pivotal, especially in Sydney conditions.
David Warner (Batsman): As an opening batsman, Warner’s ability to score runs early in the innings is crucial for Australia’s total score.

England’s The Ashes Key Players to Watch

Ben Stokes (Captain): As an all-rounder, Stokes’ leadership and performance in crucial moments are essential for England.
Joe Root (Batsman): A mainstay in England’s batting, Root’s experience and technique are pivotal in challenging Australian bowlers.
Jofra Archer (Fast Bowler): After returning from injury, Archer’s pace and bounce add a significant threat to England’s bowling attack.
Jonny Bairstow (Wicketkeeper-Batsman): Combining wicketkeeping duties with aggressive batting, Bairstow’s role is crucial in both departments.

AUS vs ENG 2025 5th Test Possible Squad List

Austalia Squad	England Squad
David Warner	Zak Crawley
Usman Khawaja	Ben Duckett
Marnus Labuschagne	Ollie Pope
Steve Smith	Joe Root
Travis Head	Harry Brook
Cameron Green	Ben Stokes (C)
Alex Carey (Wicketkeeper)	Jonny Bairstow (Wicketkeeper)
Pat Cummins (C)	Sam Curran
Mitchell Starc	Jofra Archer
Josh Hazlewood	Mark Wood
Nathan Lyon	Jack Leach

AUS vs ENG 2025 5th Test – Preview & Match Details:

Match Name: The Ashes 2025-26 series

Match Date: 4th Jan 2026

Match Time: 05:30 PM IST

Competing Teams: Australia vs England 5th Test (AUS vs ENG)

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Note：The match has not started yet, but updates will be provided regularly once it begins.

AUS vs ENG 2025 5th Test – Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground

Stadium Capacity: Approximately 48,000 spectators

Stadium Address: Driver Ave, Moore Park NSW 2021, Australia

Stadium Features: Sydney Cricket Ground, established in 1851, is a historic stadium with over 150 years of history. Located in Moore Park, Sydney, Australia, it is primarily used for cricket matches, although it occasionally hosts rugby matches. Due to the popularity of tourism in Sydney, many visitors also visit the stadium, and there are specialized sightseeing tours available.